Duffy's Diner

2424 E. 15th St., 745-0070; 10901 E. 31st St., 270-8989; 2164 S. Sheridan Rd., 835-1862; 3161 S 129th E. Ave., 665-6607

Nothing says "Good morning" like the inviting atmosphere of a classic diner. Duffy's homemade breakfasts, served all day, come with your choice of hash browns, grits, along with toast or a biscuit. Have your eggs, omelet or waffles served any way you like. Add crispy bacon or sausage to complete the meal. Ask for specials if you want to try something new. Come back later for lunch or dinner for homecookin' all day long.

HOURS: MON-SAT 6AM-9PM; SUN 9AM-3PM

Ron's Hamburgers & Chili

1440 S. Denver Ave., 382-7667; 4909 S. Peoria Ave., 749-9779; 6548 E. 51st St., 664-5688

Ron's is known for its chili and it's not afraid to use it. Have a small chili-cheese burger for an authentic Ron's experience. Have a large chili cheeseburger if you don't have plans for the rest of the day. Not in the mood for a burger? Have the chili by itself of have the 3-way with chili, beans and spaghetti. Not in the mood for chili at all? Try the chicken bites with a side of homemade okra.

HOURS: MON-SAT 10:30AM-8PM

KEO

3524 S. Peoria, 794-8200

Specializing in dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia, KEO prepares everything fresh daily using locally grown ingredients when possible. Start things off with the KEO cakes, made with chicken and lemongrass, fried and served crispy. For an entrée, try the grilled yellow fin tuna, glazed with soy ginger and sesame asparagus. Vegetarians can dive into the KEO house stir fry with lemongrass, garlic, peppers, onions, lime leaf, chili and turmeric. For dessert, try the mango cheesecake.

HOURS: MON-WED 11AM-10PM; 11AM-11PM THURS-SAT